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Cobalt Power Systems completes solar project overlooking San Francisco landmark

Billy Ludt — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:48:54 +0000

SunPower subsidiary Cobalt Power Systems of Mountain View and energy real estate company Wunder Power completed the 220.9-kW Waterfront Plaza solar project across from San Francisco’s Pier 33. “As building owners need more sophisticated engineering solutions to reduce operating costs and meet sustainability objectives, projects like Waterfront Plaza demonstrate what is possible – and showcase…

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The Hidden Performance Gap Costing Solar Asset Owners Millions Powered by Sunstall's 15+ years of field expertise, Sunformance is the dedicated performance recovery partner for commercial and utility-scale solar owners who need more than standard O&M.

Sponsored Content — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:57:37 +0000

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Blending FEOC and non-FEOC modules: The design choice worth millions to your solar project

Aaron Gomolak, CEO, Ampt — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:58:30 +0000

Since its passage, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has introduced new constraints for companies seeking clean energy tax credits, requiring projects to meet both domestic content thresholds and foreign entity of concern (FEOC) sourcing restrictions. Together, these provisions have compressed eligibility timelines, created new cost considerations related to higher-priced non-FEOC equipment and generated…

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Drone cleaning 101: A new tool for solar O&M takes soiling losses (and fall risk) off the roof

Apellix — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:50:44 +0000

Every solar asset manager knows the math. Dust, pollen, bird droppings, agricultural residue and salt film can steadily eat into production, and depending on climate and tilt, an uncleaned array can lose a meaningful share of its expected annual yield. The cleaning decision has always been a trade-off: production losses on one side, and the…

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CPUC passes through ‘failed’ community solar program, industry advocates say

Kelly Pickerel — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:33:18 +0000

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) this week finalized portions of its community solar program that solar advocates continue to describe as “unworkable and destined for failure.” “California remains committed to delivering on clean energy options for all customers,” said CPUC President John Reynolds. “Our decision makes sure that competitive community solar programs grow responsibly,…

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Hail-resistant Trina Vertex N Shield solar panel now available to US market

Kelly Pickerel — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:14:50 +0000

The Vertex N Shield solar panel from Trinasolar is now available to the North American market. The 620-W Vertex N Shield with 23% efficiency is engineered to withstand the extreme weather and common risks found in nature while maximizing system performance and lowering LCOE. Built on Trina’s 210-mm n-type TOPCon platform, Vertex N Shield combines…

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ARRAY ships 100 GW of solar trackers globally since founding

Billy Ludt — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:06:42 +0000

Solar racking and tracker manufacturer ARRAY Technologies crossed the 100 GW line for shipping solar tracker product. “Surpassing 100 GW of tracker products delivered worldwide is a significant milestone not just for ARRAY, but for the continued growth and maturation of the global solar industry,” said Kevin Hostetler, CEO of ARRAY. “It’s not just about…

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RWE secures Meta PPA on 298-MW Texas solar project

Billy Ludt — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:52:58 +0000

RWE and Meta have arranged a long-term corporate power purchase agreement (PPA) for the electricity generated by the 298-MWAC Rabbit’s Foot Solar project in Northeast Texas. Rabbit’s Foot began construction earlier this year. Once operational, the energy generated at Rabbit’s Foot will support Meta’s operations and expanding data center energy demands. The solar project is…

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After Hurricane Helene outage, NC bookstore installs microgrid for Asheville community

Kelly Pickerel — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:23:28 +0000

On September 27, 2024, the remnants of Hurricane Helene hit Asheville, North Carolina. The devastating storm caused historic flooding, triggered landslides, downed trees and power lines, closed bridges and roads, destroyed homes and businesses and left entire communities without drinking water and power. In the immediate aftermath, Firestorm Books in Asheville became an essential site…

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Did the Solar Tax Credit Expire in 2026? Here’s What Homeowners Need to Know

Aurora Solar — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:09:58 +0000

If you heard that the federal solar tax credit expired and assumed that meant solar was no longer worth it, you’re not alone. A lot of homeowners think the same thing. But here’s the truth: The tax credit that used to benefit homeowners didn’t disappear, it shifted. You can still benefit from it, just in…

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Solar competition is up — and trust is winning

Aurora Solar — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:08:55 +0000

The solar market has always been competitive, and it’s only becoming more so. In fact, 54% of solar salespeople reported that competition increased in their market over the past year — with 30% saying it got much more competitive. And this intense competition is reshaping what it actually takes to win. The natural response to…

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Second project portfolio should take Hawaii university 100% solar-powered

Kelly Pickerel — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:12:51 +0000

Brigham Young University-Hawaii is launching the second phase of its University Solar Project, which will allow the campus to meet 100% of its electrical energy needs through solar. Once completed, the project portfolio will not only power the university but also extend its renewable energy services to the adjacent Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) and the…

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Descartes Underwriting offers wind insurance through Nextpower project network

Billy Ludt — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:01:51 +0000

Climate insurance provider Descartes Underwriting has partnered with Nextpower to integrate its data-driven insurance solutions to help protect solar power plants. This coverage is based on wind condition data gathered from project sites, and concerns the growing presence of dangerous “straight-line winds.” Descartes’ climate scientists and natural risk modelers use real-time wind speed data captured…

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GM to manufacture sodium-ion battery cells for Peak Energy BESS

Kelly Pickerel — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:46:38 +0000

Sodium-ion battery company Peak Energy announced a partnership with General Motors to develop and deploy sodium-ion battery cells for grid storage applications. GM will develop the sodium-ion cell in its Michigan battery labs and retain exclusive manufacturing rights, while Peak will incorporate the cell into its proprietary energy storage systems. This will strengthen American leadership…

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Permitting delays to hold solar install numbers flat over next 5 years

Kelly Pickerel — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:44:04 +0000

The United States added 7.8 GW of new solar capacity in the first quarter of 2026, surpassing 6 million cumulative installations as solar remained the leading source of new power added to the grid. Despite changing tax policy and regulatory actions targeting clean energy, solar and energy storage represented 91% of new capacity installed in…

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